Since 2008 the station, and all trains serving it, have been operated by Southern, following the ending of the previous Southeastern service.

[2] Nutfield station opened on that line on 1 January 1884,[3] although a public siding named 'Mid Street' had been provided here from an early date.

[4] The station buildings were similar in style to those at Sandling Junction, although no footbridge was provided at Nutfield.

[5] Until electrification all passengers crossed the lines at rail level at the Western end of platforms, close to the signal box.

Full-time staffing ended on 5 November 1967 but staff was frequently provided at morning commuter peak hours until around 1990.